SMT Repair and Inspection Equipment
SMT Repair and Inspection Equipment are unique to Surface Mount Technology.
SMT Repair and Inspection Equipment are unique to Surface Mount Technology.
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SMT Repair Equipment Options
SMT Repairing Equipment / Rework Machine and electronic PCB Assembly tools and equipment use conductive tips or hot air blower for removal and replacement of electronic components. Conductive tooling, such as soldering iron tip attachments, is very inexpensive. The tips come in different shapes, sizes and configurations for different SMD electronic components and through-hole components. But they have limited applications.
At a slightly higher cost, there are other conductive tips with built-in heating elements. These are called composite tips. The Goot RX-802 is a widely popular and successful Digital Temperature Controlled ESD-Safe Soldering Station with Composite Tip ideal for SMD Soldering.
SMD Rework Station
At a much higher cost, Hot Air SMD Rework Station are available that use nozzles of different sizes for components of different types and sizes. The hot air repair tooling is most commonly used for surface mounting in Surface Mount Technology because it is ideal for damage-free repair. The Goot GSR-302 is Perfect solution for SMD and BGA Repairing and Rework Jobs.
Selecting SMT Repair Equipment
Even in-line (and expensive) repair systems are available in the market. However, when selecting repair / rework equipment, electronic companies must keep in mind that repair / rework tooling does not need to be an automated, expensive in-line system designed for high volume repair. If a large number of boards is to be repaired, automated repair equipment is not the answer. Instead, the process should be controlled to keep the defect rate low.
SMT Inspection Equipment
Inspection equipment for surface mounting in electronics has not matured yet. There are two main types of automated inspection equipment on the market: x-ray and laser. However, most electronic companies in the world depend on visual inspection at 2 to 10X, using either microscope or magnifying lamp.
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